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Cheap flights from Lilongwe to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from R5 039

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 24/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LLW — JNB
May 15 — May 221
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Lilongwe Intl to Johannesburg OR Tambo are usually found in September or October, booked 69 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Wednesday

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Cheapest flights from Lilongwe to OR Tambo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Lilongwe to OR Tambo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 15 April 2026.

Mon 27/418:25
LLW
-
JNB
1 stop29h 50m
Kenya Airways
Sat 9/512:10
JNB
-
LLW
1 stop14h 00m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 14/4R8 180
Mon 27/418:25
LLW
-
JNB
1 stop29h 50m
Kenya Airways
Sun 3/512:10
JNB
-
LLW
2 stops29h 25m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 13/4R8 229
Fri 30/1012:35
LLW
-
JNB
1 stop11h 50m
Kenya Airways
Thu 5/111:35
JNB
-
LLW
2 stops10h 10m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 14/4R8 442
Mon 1/618:25
LLW
-
JNB
1 stop16h 30m
Kenya Airways
Wed 17/61:15
JNB
-
LLW
1 stop8h 15m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 11/4R8 474
Fri 29/512:35
LLW
-
JNB
1 stop11h 40m
Kenya Airways
Mon 1/61:15
JNB
-
LLW
1 stop12h 15m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 12/4R8 491
Fri 29/512:35
LLW
-
JNB
1 stop22h 20m
Kenya Airways
Thu 4/61:15
JNB
-
LLW
2 stops10h 30m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 14/4R8 605
Thu 25/610:20
LLW
-
JNB
2 stops29h 30m
Kenya Airways
Thu 9/717:00
JNB
-
LLW
2 stops18h 45m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 10/4R8 720
Fri 4/912:35
LLW
-
JNB
1 stop11h 40m
Kenya Airways
Tue 15/917:00
JNB
-
LLW
1 stop16h 30m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 13/4R8 753
Mon 25/518:25
LLW
-
JNB
1 stop29h 50m
Kenya Airways
Mon 1/617:00
JNB
-
LLW
1 stop20h 30m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 10/4R8 769
Fri 17/412:35
LLW
-
JNB
1 stop11h 40m
Kenya Airways
Thu 23/41:15
JNB
-
LLW
2 stops10h 30m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 10/4R8 785
Sun 3/510:20
LLW
-
JNB
2 stops24h 35m
Kenya Airways
Tue 12/51:15
JNB
-
LLW
1 stop8h 15m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 13/4R8 867
Mon 25/514:00
LLW
-
JNB
Nonstop2h 30m
Airlink
Mon 1/610:50
JNB
-
LLW
Nonstop2h 20m
Airlink
Deal found 10/4R9 178

Find flight deals from Lilongwe to OR Tambo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Lilongwe (LLW) to OR Tambo (JNB). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 15 April 2026.

Round-trip from

R8 229

One-way from

R5 039

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

September

Average price

R8 933

Good round-trip deal

R10 423 or less

Good one-way deal

R4 765 or less
Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 27/4-3/5
  • 3 total stops
  • 59h 15m total
  • Lilongwe to Johannesburg
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Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 23/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 7h 25m total
  • Lilongwe to Johannesburg
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R1 463 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest return flight

LilongweJohannesburg

LLW - JNB

LLWJNB

Lilongwe Intl

Mon 1/6

18:25-10:55

1 stop16h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 18/6

12:10-11:45

2 stops23h 35m

R8 474
Fastest return journey

LilongweJohannesburg

LLW - JNB

LLWJNB

Lilongwe Intl

Wed 24/6

14:00-16:30

Nonstop2h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 5/7

10:50-13:10

Nonstop2h 20m

R9 342

LilongweJohannesburg

LLW - JNB

LLWJNB

Lilongwe Intl

Sat 1/8

14:00-16:30

Nonstop2h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 31/8

10:50-13:10

Nonstop2h 20m

R9 342

LilongweJohannesburg

LLW - JNB

LLWJNB

Lilongwe Intl

Wed 27/5

14:00-16:30

Nonstop2h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 3/6

10:50-13:10

Nonstop2h 20m

R9 374

LilongweJohannesburg

LLW - JNB

LLWJNB

Lilongwe Intl

Thu 25/6

10:20-10:55

2 stops24h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 8/7

1:15-9:30

1 stop8h 15m

R9 505

LilongweJohannesburg

LLW - JNB

LLWJNB

Lilongwe Intl

Fri 29/5

14:00-16:30

Nonstop2h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 5/6

10:50-13:10

Nonstop2h 20m

R9 522

LilongweJohannesburg

LLW - JNB

LLWJNB

Lilongwe Intl

Fri 26/6

12:35-10:55

1 stop22h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 1/7

1:15-9:30

1 stop8h 15m

R9 587

LilongweJohannesburg

LLW - JNB

LLWJNB

Lilongwe Intl

Wed 9/9

14:00-16:30

Nonstop2h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 13/9

10:50-13:10

Nonstop2h 20m

R10 519

LilongweJohannesburg

LLW - JNB

LLWJNB

Lilongwe Intl

Fri 4/9

14:00-16:30

Nonstop2h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 13/9

10:50-13:10

Nonstop2h 20m

R10 552

LilongweJohannesburg

LLW - JNB

LLWJNB

Lilongwe Intl

Fri 4/9

14:00-16:30

Nonstop2h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 16/9

10:50-13:10

Nonstop2h 20m

R10 552

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Best time to book a flight from Lilongwe to OR Tambo

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Lilongwe to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from Lilongwe to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Lilongwe to OR Tambo. Price data was last updated on 10 April 2026.

Booking 68 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Lilongwe to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Lilongwe to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Lilongwe to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R4 074). Flying from Lilongwe to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of R7 591). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from LLW to JNB?

Find hourly flight availability from Lilongwe to OR Tambo. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 15 April 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Lilongwe to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport as you normally would.

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Reviews of airlines servicing OR Tambo

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to OR Tambo. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to OR Tambo. Reviews last updated 15 April 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Airlink,Ethiopian Air, andKenya Airways from Lilongwe to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Airlink
8,5
Very Good
85 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,5

Boarding

8,2

Crew

8,9

Entertainment

6,4

Comfort

8,3

Food

8,0

Reviews

1 / 1
10,0
Excellent

Mikateko,Jan 2022

PLZ - JNB

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top
Airlink
8,5
Very Good
85 reviews
Airlink
8,5
Very Good
85 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,5

Boarding

8,2

Crew

8,9

Entertainment

6,4

Comfort

8,3

Food

8,0

Reviews

1 / 1
10,0
Excellent

Mikateko,Jan 2022

PLZ - JNB

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
1 001 reviews
Airlink
8,5
Very Good
85 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,5

Boarding

8,2

Crew

8,9

Entertainment

6,4

Comfort

8,3

Food

8,0

Reviews

1 / 1
10,0
Excellent

Mikateko,Jan 2022

PLZ - JNB

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top
Kenya Airways
6,8
Okay
302 reviews
Airlink
8,5
Very Good
85 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,5

Boarding

8,2

Crew

8,9

Entertainment

6,4

Comfort

8,3

Food

8,0

Reviews

1 / 1
10,0
Excellent

Mikateko,Jan 2022

PLZ - JNB

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Lilongwe to OR Tambo. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Lilongwe to Johannesburg OR Tambo?

    Most people fly from Lilongwe Intl (LLW) if they book a flight from Lilongwe to Johannesburg OR Tambo. On average, Lilongwe Intl has 3 outbound flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo per day from 3 airlines. Lilongwe Intl is conveniently located just 20,4 km from Lilongwe’s city centre.

  • How long is the flight from Lilongwe to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Kenya Airways and Airlink can get you from Lilongwe to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in just under 2h 30m. Your travel time can differ by up to 14h. The distance between Lilongwe and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is about 1489 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Lilongwe to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Lilongwe to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport round-trip from R4 191. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Kenya Airways, from R6 823, and Ethiopian Air, from R8 494. Users have found that Airlink is 53% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Lilongwe to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport one-way?

    R4 188 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Airlink. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Kenya Airways and Ethiopian Air, with prices starting from R4 629 and R5 040, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Lilongwe to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Before booking your flight to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from Lilongwe, have a look at the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: KLM (99%), Qatar Airways (97%), Airlink( 97%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Lilongwe to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    While on average a flight from Lilongwe to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is generally R9 970, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is R4 457. When looking at the most popular route, (Lilongwe Intl - Johannesburg OR Tambo), you can expect to pay R9 342 for that flight.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Lilongwe to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Of the flights from Lilongwe to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport that have stopovers, most of them stop in Nairobi. Blantyre follows Nairobi in terms of the most common stopover location on Lilongwe to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Lilongwe to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights?

    Lilongwe to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights have a stopover in Nampula the least frequently.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Lilongwe to OR Tambo that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Lilongwe to OR Tambo flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Lilongwe to OR Tambo?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Lilongwe to OR Tambo.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Lilongwe to OR Tambo?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Lilongwe to OR Tambo by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Lilongwe to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Lilongwe to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R4 074). Flying from Lilongwe to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of R7 591). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Fly from Lilongwe to OR Tambo on these airlines

Choose from the following airlines for your flight from Lilongwe to OR Tambo. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on 15 April 2026.
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Top 3 airlines flying from Lilongwe to OR Tambo

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Lilongwe to OR Tambo. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 15 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AirlinkCheapestR4 191AverageR7 688FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR6 823AverageR7 908FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR8 494AverageR10 033FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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